Archive · 31 Jul 2026
McLaren‑Inspired Kanwar Draws Millions at Haridwar Yatra
During the 2024 Kanwar Yatra, millions of people travel from Haridwar to Delhi to collect holy water from the Ganga.
This year, a special Kanwar that looks like a McLaren sports car has become the star attraction.
It was built by a group of Shiva devotees from Delhi and cost about 6 to 7 lakh rupees.
The car‑shaped Kanwar is decorated with lights, flowers, and the Indian flag, and it carries a big idol of Lord Shiva on its roof.
It travels 255 kilometres to Uttam Nagar in Delhi, drawing huge crowds along the way.
The event is a way for devotees to show their faith and celebrate their culture.
The 2024 Kanwar Yatra began in Haridwar with millions of devotees.
A unique ‘Mahakal Kanwar’ shaped like a McLaren sports car has become the main attraction.
The Kanwar was built by Delhi Shiva devotees, costing Rs 6–7 lakh and taking a month to construct.
It is decorated with lights, flowers, the Indian tricolour, and a large idol of Lord Shiva.
The 255‑km journey ends in Delhi’s Uttam Nagar, drawing large crowds and extensive security.
- Who
- Shiva devotees from Delhi
- What
- A Kanwar shaped like a McLaren sports car
- When
- 2024 Kanwar Yatra
- Where
- Haridwar to Delhi’s Uttam Nagar
- Why
- To express faith in Lord Shiva and promote Sanatan culture
- Event
- Kanwar Yatra 2024
- Attraction
- Mahakal Kanwar (McLaren‑shaped)
- Cost
- Rs 6–7 lakh
- Journey Length
- 255 km
- Participants
- ≈4 crore pilgrims